Sikkim lifestyle.pptx

Ppt on Sikkim lifestyle

1. Name – Gagandeep Singh Jass Class – X-B Roll no – 8 Admin no -4068

2. Art integration project Introduction to sikkim Sikkim is a state in northeastern India. It borders the Tibet Autonomous Region of China in the north and northeast, Bhutan in the east, Nepal in the west, and West Bengal in the south. Sikkim is also close to India’s Siliguri Corridor near Bangladesh. Sikkim is the least populous and second smallest among the Indian states. A part of the Eastern Himalaya, Sikkim is notable for its biodiversity, including alpine and subtropical climates, as well as being a host to Kangchenjunga, the highest peak in India and third highest on Earth.[7] Sikkim’s capital and largest city is Gangtok. Almost 35% of the state is covered by the Khangchendzonga National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Kingdom of Sikkim was founded by the Namgyal dynasty in the 17 th century. It was ruled by Buddhist priest-kings known as the Chogyal. It became a princely state of British India in 1890. Following Indian independence, Sikkim continued its protectorate status with the Union of India after 1947, and the Republic of India after 1950. It enjoyed the highest literacy rate and per capita income among Himalayan states. In 1973, anti-royalist riots took place in front of the Chogyal’s palace.

3. In 1975, after the Indian Army took over the city of Gangtok, a referendum was held that led to the deposition of the monarchy and Sikkim joining India as its 22 nd state. Modern Sikkim is a multiethnic and multilingual Indian state. The official languages of the state are English, Nepali, Sikkimese and Lepcha. Additional official languages include Gurung, Limbu, Magar, Mukhia, Newari, Rai, Sherpa and Tamang for the purpose of preservation of culture and tradition in the state. English is taught in schools and used in government documents. The predominant religions are Hinduism and Vajrayana Buddhism. Sikkim’s economy is largely dependent on agriculture and tourism. As of 2019, the state had the fifth-smallest GDP among Indian states, although it is also among the fastest-growing. Sikkim accounts for the largest share of cardamom production in India, and is the world’s second largest producer of the spice after Guatemala. Sikkim achieved its ambition to convert its agriculture to fully organic between 2003 and 2016, and became the first state in India to achieve this distinction. It is also among India’s most environmentally conscious states, having banned plastic water bottles ”in any government functions and meetings” and polystyrene products (throughout the state).

4. Handicrafts of sikkim Sikkim is renowned for its dazzling and appealing beauty. The charm of this state is ever enticing and no one can abstain from its allure. In fact, Sikkim is resplendent with not only its natural beauty but with its art and craft too. The cultural richness of Sikkim is visible in its quality handicrafts. Being an isolated place ,Sikkim is not a very well developed and industrialized place , even is very cold climate and snow capped mountains do not provide a condition favorable for agriculture, so handicraft of the area is the only source for the people here to earn a living.

 The art and craft of Sikkim brings the community under single roof, besides this the aura of inheritance could be seen in specific work of communities, the Sikkimese design is more traditional and through numerous institution private or government the handicraft work is going very smooth and for traveler understanding it represents the portion of Sikkim tourism .

5. 1)Carpet Weaving :- Sikkim is best renowned for beautiful products like hand woven woolen carpets with conventional Sikkimese motifs. The Bhutias are deemed to be expert carpet weavers and it is weaved in a frame loom. Sikimese traditional designs as well as Buddhist Iconography and geometrical patterns are the main subject. Wools of different colors are used to make it colorful. 2) Wood Carving :- Wood carving is a symbolic art of Sikkimese people and it is performed by skilled Bhutia artisans, the wood carving includes the process of molding of timber and ores of timber which could be found in plenty. The wood carving could be seen in monastery and construction work beside that the mask you would see is made out of timber and carving work is amazingly carried by local Bhutia people. For sole exemplification we would suggest traveler to step in at Pemayangtse Monastery, which could be considered as fine specimen of carved wooden sculptures and wood carving. Altars, furniture’s, etc are other superb outcome of wood carving.

6. 3) Thangka Paintings :- Thangka Paintings are unique to the state of Sikkim. Initially, these paintings were the only medium to preach the highest ideals of Buddhism. ‘Thangkas’ are usually made on cotton canvas with a frame of silk. These paintings portray images of different Gods, Goddesses and philosophies related to Buddhism. Originally, paintings were made by priests and monks, later the skills got passed from generation to generation. Today, commercialization of this art is helping monasteries and practitioners to earn a living. 4) Choktse Tables :- It is a cultural table associated with religious pyramids; in Sikkim it is the most famous thing that you would find in house of almost every Sikkimese. The tables are made in different design and dimension and elements required in it could vary some crafts it through teak and timber while expensive one is made out of rose wood or sandal sometimes.

7. Festivals of sikkim The Sikkim festivals are celebrated with a lot of pomp and show and as per the Buddhist calendar. Throughout all these festivals the citizens of Sikkim indulge in vibrant and lively dances and music. Chaam, one of the most fascinating type of ritual dance performed by the Lamas, which involves brightly colored masks and fascinating musical instruments and takes place at the different monasteries across Sikkim while these festivals are on. Some of the most popular festivals, notable in Sikkim are Losoong, Drupka Teshi, Bumchu, Saga Dawa, Dassin and Phang Lhabsol. Saga Dawa : Saga Dawa is an amazing festival that is triple blessed. This is a very sacred Buddhist festival, especially for the Mahayana Buddhists. On this particular day the Buddhists visit the monasteries, offer the prayers and butter lamps as they were the three significant events associated with the existence of Buddha which are celebrated at this event. These proceedings are the Lord Buddha’s birth, Enlightenment of Lord Buddha and passing away of the Lord Buddha or his attaining Nirvana. The festival takes place on the full moon day in the 4 th month of the Buddhist Calender at the end of May and the beginning of June. This festival takes place in the beautiful city of Gangtok.

8. Drupka Teshi : Another great festival celebrated by the Buddhists is the Drukpa Teshi festival. The festival takes place on the day the Buddha sermonized his first oration of four Noble Truths to the 5 disciples in Sarnath at the famous deer park.
Phang Lhabsol : Phang Lhabsol is another matchless festival of Sikkim which became famous during the reign of the third ruler of Sikkim, Chakdor Namgyal. During this festival the Mount Kanchendzonga is shown respect and devotion for its uniting powers.
Bumchu : In January at the Tashiding monastery, the Bumchu festival is renowned in the West Sikkim. All Through this festival, the pot that is filled with the sacred water is put open by the Lamas present in the monastery. During the entire process, a small fraction of the holy water is distributed among the disciples and the pot is refilled with water and conserved, when the festival is over and is opened at the time of the next Bumchu.
Losar : Tibetan New Year, Losar is is marked with immense joviality, joy, extensive meals and merriment. It usually falls in the February’s first.

9. Cuisine of sikkim The traditional food of Sikkim is called Sikkimese cuisine. The cuisine is a blend of Tibetan, Nepali and Lepcha dishes which comes from various ethnic tribes and communities of Sikkim. Sikkimese food is largely based on rice, culinary vegetables from jungle like Ningro (Fern), Nakima (Wild Lily), Baas ko Tusa (Bamboo-Shoot), Cheuw (Mushrooms), etc. Even organic vegetables such as Iskus (Chayote/ Squash), Pharsi (pumpkin), Pharsi ko Munta (Pumpkin leaves), Iskus ko Munta (Chayote/ Squash leaves), Kinema (Fermented Soyabean), Ruk Tamatar ( Tree Tomato) and Dalle Chillies (Hot Fire Balls), etc are also extensively used in day to day menu. Most of the Sikkimese people are meat eaters. Varity of fresh and processed meats of mutton,beef,pork chicken and fish are feasted in almost every meal.

10. Locally fermented beverage such as Arra ( Homemade Whiskey), and Chaang / Tongba (Fermented Millet) also compliments the Sikkimese cuisine . Most of the raw materials are readily available in the local vegetable markets and meat shops at a decent price. Being an organic State, people seek for organic raw materials. Local beverages are mostly prepared in villages and can be available on demand. The method of preparations of Sikkim cuisine is generally stir fry, boiled or steamed. The use of spices and herbs are very limited. A wide variety of condiments and plants such turmeric powder, ginger, Chewri (Aesandra butyraceae) barks of plants like Gobere Salla (Abies wabbiana), Verla(Bauhinia Vahlii), Chatiwan(Alstonia scholaris) etc. are also used for medicative purpose. Sikkim offers many interesting and mouth watering dishes but just to raise up your appetite, recipes of few interesting and mouth watering dishes has been endowed below.